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Author: Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Karen is a stock market enthusiast focused on uncovering those stocks that she believes the market has mispriced. She does this through fundamental and quantitative analysis of companies and their industries, as well as a study of future opportunities and trends. She holds a Masters degree in Finance, the CFA designation, and has over 20 years of experience in the investment management industry. Having worked at a major pension fund, as well as two leading mutual fund firms as an analyst and portfolio manager, she has solid investing expertise which she aims to share with her readers.

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Value for money
Energy Stocks

2 Value Stocks to Buy Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Suncor Energy stock and Cineplex stock are two of the most undervalued and underappreciated names on the TSX today.

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Stocks for Beginners

Got $10,000? 3 Simple TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Even in volatile market conditions, there's always attractive stocks to buy on the TSX. Here are my three top picks…

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Investing

Winpak Stock Soars 27% Despite Inflation Pressures

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

After a blowout first half of 2022, Winpak's earnings estimates are on the rise, it's become a top performer, despite…

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Dividend Stocks

I’m Buying These 3 Resilient Stocks in a Wobbly Market

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TD Bank is just one of three safe, predictable, and resilient stocks to buy that drive shareholder value in any…

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Energy Stocks

Pason Energy Stock: Digitizing the Oil Patch

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Energy stocks are commodity stocks. But Pason is a technological innovator in the oil and gas world, driving significant value…

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Investing

3 Growth Stocks That Could be Huge Winners in the Next Decade and Beyond

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Growth stocks like Canopy Growth and Well Health Technologies are poised for explosive upside as their businesses gain traction.

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Dividend Stocks

Suncor Stock (TSX:SU): A Value Stock Worth Buying or a Value Trap?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Suncor Energy stock is poised for a rebound as the company makes important changes to address weak operational performance.

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Dividend Stocks

These Monthly Dividend Payers Could Carry Your Portfolio for Years

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Here are two dividend stocks with generous yields of 7.4% and 6.1%. Their monthly dividends are reliable and provide steady…

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Investing

3 Stocks to Buy Now to Start Your Investing Journey Right

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Think about your goals and start investing with a diversified portfolio that includes safety, income, and growth.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Oversold Dividend Stocks to Buy for Passive Income

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Barrick Gold stock is one of two oversold dividend stocks that are trading at attractive levels while providing generous income.

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Investing

Cineplex Stock (TSX:CGX) Is Falling Fast, Making it the Top Opportunity of the Summer!  

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Box office attendance is roaring back to life, boosting Cineplex's revenue and earnings, yet the stock is falling and greatly…

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Investing

3 TSX Stocks That Are Fantastic Deals Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Suncor Energy stock is one of the best bargain TSX stocks out there today, with soaring cash flows and dirt-cheap…

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Energy Stocks

3 Top Stocks for Commodity Exposure

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Top stocks like Teck Resources have been hit lately, but most commodity markets remain strong and ready for the next…

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Cannabis Stocks

Why I’m Considering Canopy Growth Stock For My RRSP

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

As the cannabis industry grows, adding Canopy Growth stock to my RRSP will give me access to massive upside.

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Investing

Canadian Value Investors: 2 Top U.S. Stocks to Buy in August

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Top U.S. stocks like Target and ConocoPhillips are offering investors a chance to buy top stocks at very attractive valuations.

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Dividend Stocks

I’m Buying These 3 Resilient Stocks During a Bear Market

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TD Bank stock is among the three stocks I'm buying to protect my portfolio from a bear market and to…

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Energy Stocks

3 Energy Stocks You Can Hold, Even if Oil Prices Plunge

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Energy stocks that focus on energy infrastructure, like Enbridge, or natural gas, like Tourmaline, are solid bets, even if oil…

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Tech Stocks

Got $5,000? 2 Simple TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Blackberry and Ballard Power are the two TSX stocks to buy now as these businesses head into strong growth periods.

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Energy Stocks

AltaGas (TSX:ALA): A Top Energy Stock With Tons of Growth Ahead

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

As AltaGas continues to benefit from strong global demand, we can expect to see a bright future ahead for this…

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Stocks for Beginners

Air Canada Stock Tumbles: Buy These 2 Stocks Instead

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Investors are better-served by buying steady and predictable stocks like Fortis and BCE instead of the wildly volatile Air Canada…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 3 Stocks to Buy for $365 in Monthly Tax-Free Income

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Consider top dividends stocks Enbridge, Altagas, and Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT for your TFSA for consistent, tax-free income.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Stocks to Buy That Are Yielding More Than 5%

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Two top TSX dividend stocks to buy are BCE and Enbridge, yielding 5.8% and 6.25% respectively, and providing solid income.

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Tech Stocks

What’s Next for Shopify Stock?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Despite Shopify stock's rough year, the e-commerce trend remains strong, and the company's risk profile has improved dramatically.

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Tech Stocks

Growth Stocks: The Best 1 to Buy in 2022

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Sierra Wireless is a top growth stock that's growing revenue by 60% and trading at very attractive and undervalued valuations

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Energy Stocks

Suncor Stock: Is it Time to Buy This Value Stock?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

As a value stock that's extremely cheap, Suncor stock offers investors strong cash flows and dividends to reward them for…

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Investing

3 Safe Stocks to Protect Your Money in a Recession

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TD Bank stock and AltaGas stock are prime examples of stocks you can buy to protect your money against a…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 of the Best High-Yield Stocks to Buy Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Labrador Iron Ore Royalty provides investors with a regular dividend plus a special dividend, which translated into a 15% yield…

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Investing

Dollarama Stock: Earnings Results Say Much About the Consumer in This Recession-Prone Economy

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Dollarama, whose stock is up 14% in 2022, shows its resilience in the face of unprecedented inflation and great recession…

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Energy Stocks

Is it a Good Time to Buy in the Energy Sector?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Boosted by a very bullish supply/demand environment, energy stocks like Canadian Natural Resources and Tourmaline have much further to go.

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Ready to Take Off?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

While Air Canada is handling what it can control really well, there are many worsening macro headwinds that will likely…

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Energy Stocks

Gas Prices Are Hitting Record Highs: 2 Stocks to Buy Now!

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Buy Suncor Energy stock, Canada's integrated oil and gas giant that's benefitting immensely, as gasoline prices continue to soar.

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Tech Stocks

Tech Stocks Crumble: Is it Time to Buy?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Shopify is coming down from its pandemic highs as its business falters, but BlackBerry's business is just gaining steam.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks Yielding up to 6.4%

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

These three high-yield dividend stocks also come with solid businesses, financial strength and bright outlooks.

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Dividend Stocks

3 of the Best Dividend Stocks to Combat Inflation and Rising Interest Rates

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Suncor, TD Bank, and Tourmaline are dividend stocks benefitting from rising inflation and rising interest rates.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Top Stocks for Beginner Investors

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The best stocks for beginner investors are defensive and financially strong with a positive outlook -- stocks like Fortis, BCE,…

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Investing

Growth Stocks: This 1 Just Beat Earnings Expectations as Backlog Sets Record

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Growth stocks like Stantec are hard to come by. Its latest earnings shows exceptional numbers, as infrastructure spending comes to…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Kinross Gold Stock (TSX:K): Q1/22 Earnings Result Gives Way to Value

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Kinross Gold reported lower production and earnings, but what is emerging is a new, lower-risk gold company that's gearing up…

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Dividend Stocks

Boardwalk REIT 1st-Quarter Results: Big Opportunity Ahead

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Boardwalk REIT is in the right place at the right time. Its first-quarter earnings result showcases growing momentum and financial…

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Energy Stocks

2 Top TSX Energy Stocks With Massive Upside Potential

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Baytex Energy remains particularly undervalued given its strong growth ahead.

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Tech Stocks

Tech Stocks to Buy for Growth

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Tech stocks are usually also growth stocks. The Canadian tech stocks to buy for growth include BlackBerry stock, CGI, and…

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